Construction of MRF and refurbishment of transfer stations.
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
13 October 2026 at 10:00 · Emalahleni Local Municipality (Indwe Townhall)
In plain English
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is procuring construction services for a Material Recovery Facility and refurbishment of two transfer stations in the Eastern Cape. Bidders must be registered with the CIDB, CSD, and have a B-BBEE certificate.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment invites bids for the construction of a Material Recovery Facility and the refurbishment of two transfer stations in Indwe and Dordrecht, Eastern Cape. The project involves building storage rooms, ablutions, guard houses, and loading platforms, alongside installing solar power, electrical connections, and water reticulation systems. The contract duration is six months. Bidders must attend a compulsory site inspection on 13 October 2026 at the specified locations in the Emalahleni Local Municipality. The project aims to improve waste management infrastructure in the region.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- CIDB grading (Grade 6 Civil Engineering (6CE)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid CIDB registration of 6CE or higher
- OHS Officer must be registered with SACPCMP
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or CSD report
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid COIDA or FMA certificate
- Proof of financial capability via bank letter or credit facility
- Proof of attendance at compulsory site briefing
- Key personnel must provide CVs and certified qualifications
- Proof of authority to sign via Board Resolution
Contact & how to apply
Name: SCM Officials
Email: tenders@dffe.gov.za
Phone: 012-399-9892
How to apply: Bids must be physically deposited into the tender box at the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, 473 Steve Biko Road, Arcadia, Pretoria, by 11:00 am on 30 October 2026.
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